Safety Recall: Nihon Gas Cassette Gas Canister – Japan CAA

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 06, 2026

Recall Information Record

Case Number: 00000017152
Product: Cassette Gas Canister
Brand: Nihon Gas
Hazards: Safety Risk
Source: Japan Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA)

WHAT HAPPENED

Japan’s Consumer Affairs Agency has issued a recall notice for cassette gas canisters (カセットボンベ) manufactured by Nihon Gas Co., Ltd. and sold by Zojirushi Mahobin Co., Ltd. The recall, identified under management number 00000017152, was initiated on February 3, 2017, after it was discovered that a defect in internal components could cause gas leakage when the canister is attached to a cassette stove. This poses a serious safety risk, including potential fire or explosion hazards for consumers.

The affected product is a standard portable gas canister used with portable camping and cooking stoves. The defect involves a malfunction in the internal valve or sealing mechanism, which may fail to properly contain the pressurized gas. The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE). Consumers are urged to stop using the product immediately to prevent accidents.

If you own a cassette gas canister from this manufacturer, please take the following steps:

• Immediately discontinue use of the product.
• Check the product label for the brand name “日本瓦斯” and the seller “象印マホービン株式会社”.
• Contact the manufacturer or seller for instructions on returning the product or obtaining a replacement or refund.
• Do not dispose of the canister in regular trash; follow local hazardous waste disposal guidelines.
• For further assistance, refer to the recall notice on the Consumer Affairs Agency website using management number 00000017152.

AFFECTED BATCHES & TARGET SPECIFICS

– **Target Model / Type:** N/A
– **JAN Barcode:** N/A
– **Affected Serial / Lot Numbers:** N/A
– **Total Units Affected:** N/A

ADDITIONAL REGULATORY NOTES

Manufactured by Nihon Gas Co., Ltd. and sold by Zojirushi Mahobin Co., Ltd. The recall was initiated on February 3, 2017, due to an internal component defect that could cause gas leakage when the canister is attached to a cassette stove. Referenced by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE). Management number: 00000017152.

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